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Arna Bontemps

Arna Bontemps
(19021973)

Born in Louisiana, Arna Bontemps by profession was a librarian (at Fisk University).
In addition to poetry, he published a number of novels and works of childrens
fiction. One Hundred Years of Negro Freedom (1961), is a widely heralded
historical work.

This site provides not only information on Arna Bontemps' life and works,
but also an impressive number of links to further information and resources regarding
African American history and cultural arts in Louisiana and elsewhere.

This site, part of the San Antonio College LitWeb, provides a fine timeline
of the literary contributions of African-Americans. It provides a valuable context
for African American Literature as a separate literary genre.